measuring VR output

[1930artdeco]

Hi all,

I went searching but could not find out how to measure if the VR is charging. I installed a new Bat. and followed the directions of the man. (funconcepts) but the ammeter does not show a charge.

The directions are roughly as follows:
-Move third brush counterclockwise start car with lights on and bring to a high rev. I should see a 7-9 amp discharge. RESULT: 6 amp drop.

-Move third brush clockwise until I get a 8-11 amp charge. RESULT: 0 charge and 6 amp discharge with lights on.

I did not proceed as I did not want to run the bat. down. I figure I can check the voltage at the bat. and then the amps at the junction box. Am I missing something here? I am not an electrical guru by any stretch of the imagination.

Mike

[Tom Wesenberg]

I assume when you say VR you mean voltage regulator. A voltage reulator doesn't charge, it only controls the charge from the generator. Did the generator work OK, before the regulator was installed? Have you talked to John Regan about it?

[1930artdeco]

Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements)

When I picked it up from the shop they were able to see that it was charging. I think they even tried to use the Voltage Reg. It sounds like I will have to call the company to make sure I am doing everythin correctly.

Mike